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Back Assistant Engineer #003-3993 | Posted 08/30/2024 Seattle, Washington, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Req. Number 003-3993 Posting Date Aug 30, 2024 Address 450 Alaskan Way South Ste 706, Seattle, Washington 98104, United States Job Description Job Title: Assistant Engineer (Ocean Towing) Position: Assistant Engineer - 1st 2nd 3rd Location: Seattle Marine Department: Ocean Fleet Schedule: 45-60-day hitches Reports to: Chief Engineer & Port Engineer Pay Range: $115,000 - $125,000 annual (EXCLUDES OVERTIME & TRAVEL IS COVERED BY FOSS) If you experience issues when applying, please send your resume & credentials to cmulcahy@foss.com What We Offer our Hardworking Mariners: At Foss, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of our company and of our success. We value and respect the individuals that make up the Foss family and are proud to have one of the industry's highest records for employee longevity. We work with the Inlandboatmans' Union of the Pacific to provide eligible employees in this position with benefits and paid time off in accordance with regional collective bargaining agreement requirements. Fully funded health care and retirement Paid Time Off Paid holidays Tuition & training reimbursement Advancement opportunities Family support services Employee wellness reimbursements Equity & inclusion Company paid-for travel Summary of Position: The Assistant Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, preservation, operation, and readiness of the ship's propulsion machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and damage control equipment. The AE is also responsible for fueling, pollution control, liquid load and ballasting, logs and record keeping, procurement and inventory control, and storage and accountability of all HAZMATs. Depending on the vessel, the AE may act as Chief Engineer or the engineer in charge of a watch in a periodically unmanned engine room. Qualifications: Valid USCG MMC Assistant Engineer - Oceans, Any HP, Limited - 1600 GRT/3000 ITC License (may sub 3a/e, 2a/e, or 1a/e Motor License) Valid STCW with all required endorsements (including, but not limited to Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch, Advanced Firefighting, and Medical Care Provider) Lifeboatman Endorsement Valid TWIC Valid Passport - must be able to travel internationally with no restrictions CPR/First Aid A physical and pre-employment drug test are also pre-requisite of employment. Essential Functions: Vessel Maintenance Troubleshoots and repairs all engines, pumps, machinery, deck machinery, and electrical components Maintains proper markings, tags, and color coding of various systems Responsible for general housekeeping of engineering spaces Safety Responsible for proper maintenance of onboard alarms and safety systems Responsible for safety of personnel in engine room Miscellaneous Responsible for monthly engineering reports to be submitted to management Utilizing the company's maintenance software(Helm) for tracking and executing preventative maintenance. Maintains vessel parts inventory levels Works on deck as needed: handles lines, makes/breaks tow Other jobs as directed Supervisory and Leadership of Direct Staff Supervises and trains junior engineers on maintenance procedures Serves as Foss "Field Representative" during major machinery overhauls Performs all Vessel Maintenance System - Engine Room inspections Trains deckhand-engineers in preventive maintenance procedures Knowledge & Skills: